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Toyota Celsior I 4.0 V8 (260 Hp)
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Toyota Celsior:
The Lexus LS is a series of full-size luxury sedans that have served as the flagship model of Lexus, the luxury division of Toyota, since 1989. For the first four generations, all LS models featured V8 engines and were predominantly rear-wheel-drive. In the fourth generation, Lexus offered all-wheel-drive, hybrid, and long-wheelbase variants. The fifth generation changed to using a V6 engine with no V8 option, and only one length was offered.
As the first model developed by Lexus, the LS 400 debuted in January 1989 with the second generation debuting in November 1994. The LS 430 debuted in January 2000 and the LS 460/LS 460 L series in 2006. A domestic-market version of the LS 400 and LS 430, badged as the Toyota Celsior , was sold in Japan until the Lexus marque was introduced there in 2006. In 2006 , the fourth generation LS 460 debuted the first production eight-speed automatic transmission and an automatic parking system. In 2007, V8 hybrid powertrains were introduced on the LS 600h/LS 600h L sedans....(Read more on Wikipedia)
I Overview:
Toyota Celsior (I). With 353 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1690 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Toyota Celsior I was produced before Euro NCAP testing began in 1997. Therefore, no official Euro NCAP safety rating is available for this generation. Safety features were rudimentary compared to modern standards, focusing on passive safety of the era.
4.0 V8 (260 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The 4.0 V8 (1UZ-FE) engine delivered smooth, refined power, making the Celsior a comfortable and capable highway cruiser. Its 260 Hp was competitive for a luxury sedan of its era, offering effortless acceleration and a serene driving experience.
Fuel Economy
As a large displacement V8 from the late 80s, fuel economy is not a strong suit. Expect moderate to high fuel consumption, especially in city driving conditions, making it less efficient by modern standards.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Legendary 1UZ-FE V8 engine reliability and smoothness
- • Exceptional ride comfort and quiet cabin
- • High-quality interior materials and build
- • Timeless, understated luxury design
- • Excellent long-term durability and ownership value
Cons:
- • Poor fuel economy, especially by modern standards
- • Dated safety features compared to contemporary vehicles
- • Potential for age-related maintenance on suspension components
- • Some parts specific to Celsior (JDM) might be harder to source than LS400 parts
- • Not designed for sporty driving dynamics
Specifications:
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Toyota |
| Model: | Celsior |
| Generation: | I |
| Modification (Engine): | 4.0 V8 (260 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1989 |
| End of production: | 1994 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 260 Hp @ 5400 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 65.5 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 353 Nm @ 4600 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | 1UZ-FE |
| Engine displacement: | 3968 |
| Number of cylinders: | 8 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.8 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 87.5 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 82.5 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 6.5 kg/Hp, 153.8 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 4.8 kg/Nm, 208.9 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1690 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 85 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4995 mm mm |
| Width: | 1820 mm mm |
| Height: | 1425 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2815 mm mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11 m |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs |
| Tires size | 215/65R 15 96H |
| Wheel rims size | 6.5JJ x 15 |
| Front suspension | Coil spring |
| Rear suspension | Double wishbone |
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